JOYCE DYE
September 3, 2020
Joyce Dye, 72, Clinton, went home to be with her heavenly father Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, at her residence.
Joyce retired from K-25 and Y-12 as a cafeteria worker and machine cleaner after 40-plus years of service. Throughout her life Joyce loved cooking and was a member of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. She was preceded in death by: Parents, Charles Alfonso and Artie Knaff Young; brother, Edward M. Asbury.
She is survived by: Son, Robert Dye and wife Shelia; daughter, Sonia Dye and husband Melvin Williams; grandchildren, Brittany Scalf and husband Ricky, Ajai Coleman, Branden Dye, and Brandi Loving and wife Jessica; great-grandchildren; Elliot Barnett, and Tryston Dye; sister, Lillie March; niece, Cassandra Love; nephew, Billy Love and wife Heather; sisters-in-law, Willie Mae Harris and husband Robert, and Leola Harris; brother-in-law, John Dye and wife Waynette.
The family will receive friends from 1 – 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home.
Her graveside service will immediately follow at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. William Caldwell officiating.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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LINDA SUE HATMAKER
September 2, 2020
Linda Sue Hatmaker, 79, LaFollette, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020, at Lafollette Medical Center.
Linda was born Aug. 31, 1941, in Lake City to the late Erby and Laveda Hatmaker Foust. Linda served as a former bookkeeper for John Ward Pontiac and bookkeeper/office manager for Lewallen Miller Department Store. She was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church in Lake City.
Linda loved her boys and they were her pride and joy. She was always there for them in any school, church, or extracurricular activity and served in various volunteer capacities.
Linda was a member of Coal Creek OES Chapter #226 where she served as a Treasurer and past Worthy Matron. Linda also served as a Grand Page at the Grand Chapter of the State of Tennessee and was also recognized by them in 1992. Linda was a born again Christian and loved the Lord Jesus Christ.
In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by: Husband, Jimmy Jack Hatmaker Sr.; son, David Dewayne Hatmaker; and brother, William Lavern Foust.
Survivors: Sons, Jimmy Jack “JJ” Hatmaker of Lake City, Timothy “Tim” Hatmaker and Bethany of Knoxville; brother, Joe Foust and Martha of Knoxville; sisters, Helen Braden and Steve of Lake City, Ellen Bunch of Clinton, Vickie Hill and Wayne of Acworth, Ga.; grandchild, Jacob Hatmaker; special nieces, Rachel Stiner, Harper Stiner, Dazey Greene, and Lydia Queener; and a host of other family, friends, and relatives.
Due to Covid-19 we are observing social distancing practices and masks are recommended but not mandatory
Visitation will be from 4 – 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, at Main Street Baptist Church.
Eastern Star service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, at Main Street Baptist Church, and funeral service will follow Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, at Main Street Baptist Church with the Rev. Floyd Scarborough.
Family and friends will meet at 10:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City to go in procession to the Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City for an 11 a.m. graveside service.
JAMES HENRY PRICE
September 2, 2020
James Henry Price, 79, passed away Tuesday Sept. 2, 2020.
James (Jim) was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He died peacefully surrounded by family in Windsor, Va.
He was the eldest son of Benjamin Henry Price and Clara Ann Price.
Jim is survived by: Wife of 47 years, Gloria Price; six children, Jamey Price, Jeffrey Price (Susan), Traci Price, Holly Patterson (Joe), Byron Price, John Price (Chrissy); 18 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his loving brother and sister, Charles Price and wife Kay, and Kathryn Church and husband Dwight; as well as six nieces and nephews.
A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Jim began his career as a department store manager. He also owned a successful chain of nursery schools and was a longtime realtor in Charlotte, N.C., where he spent most of his adult life.
Besides his family, Jim had many loves — a good conversation, a good book, thunder storms, rocking chairs, a cup of coffee. He loved sports. Excelling at multiple sports throughout school, Jim cherished watching his children and grandchildren compete at anything. He was the ultimate coach and cheerleader.
When asked, Jim always said he was from South Clinton. He spent hours of long car rides telling his kids fantastic stories of his family and friends and their seemingly idyllic youth in South Clinton.
Go Vols!
Donations to honor Jim may be made to The American Cancer Society or South Clinton Chargers Optimist Football and Cheer, 313 Unaka St., Clinton, TN 37716
MARNA GALYON HOTLE
September 2, 2020
Marna Galyon Hotle, 92, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020, at The Waters of Clinton.
Marna was born on May 16, 1928, to Walter Olan and Winnie Swicegood Galyon.
She was the middle of five siblings, all of whom preceded her in death. They were: Ernestine Cross, Dr. L. E. (Ed) Galyon, Don Galyon, and Betty France.
She was married June 14, 1947, to the Rev. E. Ray Hotle, and they were together 58 years before his death in 2005. She spent her life serving as a faithful pastor's wife as her husband pastored churches in Tennessee and southern Indiana. She spent the majority of her working career working for Cummins Engine Company in Columbus, Ind. For several years she was the private secretary and administrative assistant to one of the vice-presidents of Cummins. Following his promotion to president of a subsidiary company in England, she spent the remainder of her career as a bookkeeper and accountant in their General Office Building. She retired from Cummins in 1986 at the age of 58.
Marna was an outstanding pianist and for a number of years was sought out as an accompanist at conventions and church gatherings. One of her sons' favorite memories was listening to his mother sit at the piano at night after the house was dark and play "Overshadowed" or "When They Ring Those Golden Bells."
Her youngest granddaughter, in a moving Facebook tribute wrote, "I'm thankful for the sewing kit that she would pull out in church to keep me occupied when I was little. . . I'm thankful for her making extravagant doll houses from cardboard boxes and magazine people." She was an amazing Mother, Grandmother, and Christian lady.
She is survived by: Only son, Dr. Marlin R. Hotle and his wife Darla of Clinton; three granddaughters, Sonya and husband Detective Sgt. Scott Gregory of Clinton, Amber and husband Prof. Jay Wisler of Jackson, Ky., Heather and husband the Rev. Gene Swartz of Ashland, Ky.
She also leaves behind seven great-grandchildren whom she adored, Preston Gregory, Nathan Gregory, Caleb Wisler, Emily Wisler, Tyler Wisler, Noah Aiden Swartz and Annie Swartz.
She is also survived by: Brother-in-law, Oliver France; sister-in-law, Bonnie and husband Bob Weinmann; and sister-in-law, Jane Mandrell; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation was at the Bridges Funeral Home from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2020, followed by the funeral service with the Rev. David Speas, the Rev. Sam Condon, and Dr. Marlin Hotle officiating.
The funeral service will be live-streamed securely at Bridges Funeral Home website.
The graveside service was at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at the Hope Moravian Cemetery in Hope, Ind., with the Rev. Gene Swartz officiating.
Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, 865-523-4999. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com
JOE DANIEL McAMIS
September 2, 2020
Joe Daniel McAmis, 67, Clinton, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020, surrounded by his family.
An adored and devoted husband, father, son, Papaw, and brother, Joe loved going to the beach with his family, watching Tennessee football, fishing, and spending time with his grandkids.
Joe is survived by: Wife of 48 years, Dawn (Kalfas); children, Joe and wife Sharla, Clay and wife Amanda, Maleia Wood and husband Jason, and Sean; mother, Daphna; siblings, Jack McAmis and Mary Bunch; brother-in-law, Bill Gibbs; grandchildren, Andrew, Mollie, Emmy, Blake, and Griffin; and many nieces, nephews, and close friends.
Joe was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia (Patty) Gibbs.
The family held a graveside service at Oak Ridge Memorial Park on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (www.pancan.org).
MARY LANE
September 1, 2020
Mary Lane, 95, Oak Ridge, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2020, at Diversacare of Oak Ridge.
She was born in Clinton to the late James Cecil and Bessie Irene Brock Taylor. She was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church in Oak Ridge. She was also a member of First Baptist Church of Clinton for many years. Mary loved her family, church and reading.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by: Husband, Hardin Seaton Lane; sister and brother-in-law, Helen and James A. Coleman.
Survived by: Sons, Buster Lane wife Ellen, Mike Lane wife Bridget; grandchildren, Tyler Lane, Taylor Lane wife Jenny, Mary Alice Lane; great-grandchildren, Bennett Lane and Harper Lane; nephew, Al and Vickie Coleman.
In lieu of flowers the family as that donations be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 5401 Kingston Pike Suite 230 Knoxville, TN 37919
Mary’s services will be private.
ROBERT HAYES RABY
August 21, 2020
Robert Hayes Raby, 93, Clinton, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord with his daughter by his side Aug. 21, 2020, at Diversacare of Oak Ridge.
Mr. Raby was born on Oct. 20, 1926, to his late parents, Elmer and Dora Raby. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army. He was a member of Poplar Creek Baptist Church where he served as a dedicated deacon doing service for the Lord. Mr. Raby was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Alpha Lodge #376 in Clinton for more than 50 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. He will always be remembered for his heart of gold and was always and willing to help anyone in need.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by: Wife of 40 years, Hazel Braden Raby; daughter, Judy Williams; granddaughter, Tracy Brewer; stepmom, Maggie; brothers, C.B. Raby, Boyd Raby and Clyde Raby; sisters, Burnett Nichols and Florence Hendren.
He is survived and will be greatly missed by: Daughter, Rebecca Andrews and husband Bill of Clinton; grandsons, Phillip Andrews and wife Krystal of Knoxville, John Andrews and wife Heather of Knoxville, and Robert Andrews of South Carolina; granddaughter, Samantha Williams of Oak Ridge; sister-in-law, Claudia Braden of Lewisburg; great-grandchildren, Wyatt Andrews, Olivia Andrews, Aubrey Andrews, Braden Andrews, Chloe Brewer, Loki Brewer and Jessamyn Duncan; three great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020, in the chapel at Jones Mortuary with a funeral service to follow. F
Family and friends will gather at Sunset Cemetery at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, for interment with full military honors.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made in his memory to Poplar Creek Baptist Church 490 Marlow Circle Clinton, TN 37716.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
Online condolences for the family may be expressed at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
DONALD DELONIS DEW
August 21, 2020
On Aug. 21, 2020, Donald Delonis Dew, 81, Andersonville, went to the place that Jesus had been preparing for him.
Donald leaves a legacy of love and service to his Lord, his family, and his friends. Jesus was the center of his life and his family rejoices that he is now in His presence. We give thanks to the Lord for the gracious way that He brought Donald home easily and peacefully.
He waits in Heaven for: His wife of 61 years, Judy Miller Dew; his sons and their wives, Jeff and Ramona of Knoxville, Joel and Kendra of Powell, Greg and Kelly of Mt. Juliet, and Kevin of Chattanooga.
He also leaves behind: 10 grandchildren, Hannah Phillips (Derek), Mary Elizabeth, Katlyn Smith (Max), Kelsey Stepp (Clark), Sam, Maddie, Miller, Tate, Brooke, and Reece; three great-grandchildren, Judson, Juliana, and Wyatt; as well as brother, James (Juanita); and sisters-in-law, Betty Disney and Lorene Dew.
The family received friends at the Norris First Baptist Church from 10 a.m. – noon, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, with the funeral service following at noon.
His graveside service followed at the Norris Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to Norris First Baptist Church or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
